Share your coronavirus story with the Indiana Historical Society for future generations

A century from now when researchers, historians or even someone writing a Retro Indy column want to know about the coronavirus, they should have far more resources than we have on past Indiana pandemics. There is a need to preserve the stories, photos and videos that chronicle the historic event of the COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana.

There are few stories and images from prior pandemics that swept through Indiana such as the Spanish flu and tuberculosis outbreaks from the early 1900s. The Indiana Historical Society is making sure the voices, stories and images of how COVID-19 affected Indiana are preserved for future generations and are asking you to help.

What was working from home like? What technology was used for e-learning? What activities or sporting events were closed during the pandemic? Why were people hoarding meat and toilet paper and cleaning products? This will give future historians a glimpse into our daily lives.

The IHS has set up an online tool that allows Hoosiers to submit their photos, videos and share their stories for generations to come.